South America
Stronger processing and feed demand are supporting China’s soybean market, while Brazil remains the dominant supplier.
U.S. agriculture monitors Brazil tariffs and a new lamb import investigation as trade policy changes could impact farmers, ranchers, and global markets.
Industry leaders warn Brazil’s growing export presence could have lasting effects on U.S. cotton.
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney discusses what the exemptions could mean for U.S. agriculture and global trade.
Renewable Fuels Association CEO Geoff Cooper discusses record public support for year-round E15, congressional legislation, the Renewable Fuel Standard, 45Z guidance, and ethanol trade with Brazil.
Chip Nellinger says trade developments, growing beef supplies and investor activity are all contributing to the recent pullback in cattle prices.
Several agricultural products will remain exempt from the new duties, including certain beef products, coffee, bananas, nuts, and seeds, along with other products considered important to U.S. supply chains.
The move comes as the United States expands its trade enforcement efforts, with Brazil expected to become the first country targeted under a new series of Section 301 trade actions.
The visit gave LSU AgCenter researchers a closer look at crop research and production practices that could benefit Louisiana growers.
Brazil’s growing use of corn for ethanol could reshape global grain demand while increasing competition in biofuel markets.